Is February a good time for surfing at Arrifana?
February is one of the best months for surfing at Arrifana. Waves 2.9 m, water 15°C (5/4 wetsuit and boots), air 17°C.
Plan your trip to ArrifanaEvery month at a glance, daily wind and waves from years of weather statistics, photos, videos and local tips.Updated November 2026 · weather data 2022–2026
In short
- Waves: 2.9 m on average (daily maximum)
- Water: 15°C, 5/4 wetsuit and boots
- Air: 17°C by day, 11°C at night
- Weather: 24 sunny days, 9 rainy days
Wave height: average daily maximum. Figures from 5 years of weather data (Open-Meteo).
Best time to go →Other spots for surfing in February
Within 1,500 km, ranked by wave height and, a little, warm water.
Other surfing spots in Portugal in February →Where to go surfing in February →Schools and camps near Arrifana
- Surfcamp Arrifana 0.4 km
- Arrifana Surf Lodge 1.2 km
- MissionToSurf Portugal - Surfcamp 2 km
- Mayla Surf House 2.5 km
- Nomad Surf Resort - Russo Surf Camp 7 km
Camps and schools are from OpenStreetMap; check with them directly before you book.
Questions
Is February a good time for surfing at Arrifana?
February is one of the best months for surfing at Arrifana. Waves 2.9 m, water 15°C (5/4 wetsuit and boots), air 17°C.
How warm is the water at Arrifana in February?
About 15°C: 5/4 wetsuit and boots.
How big are the waves at Arrifana in February?
About 2.9 m on average (daily maximum).
What is the weather like at Arrifana in February?
Around 17°C by day and 11°C at night, with about 24 sunny and 9 rainy days.
Where else can I go surfing in February?
Within 1,500 km: Fuerteventura – Flag Beach (2.4 m waves), Fuerteventura – El Cotillo (2.4 m waves) & Lanzarote – Famara (1.9 m waves).
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